The Kuala Lumpur Biennale 2017

Tan Hui Koon, Curator, National Visual Arts Gallery Malaysia

02-Mar-18 14:00

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The Kuala Lumpur Biennale 2017 exhibition which kicked off late last year, celebrates the theme of "Beloved", and features works by 114 individuals from across the continents, consisting of 103 artists from Malaysia and 11 international artists. The exhibition consists of specially-curated selections spanning several eras, and includes paintings and installations encapsulated within five pillars, namely, love for humanity, animals, nature, heritage and spirituality. We find out more Tan Hui Koon, a Curator with the National Art Gallery of Malaysia.

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Presented by: Juliet Jacobs

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